# IP Camera Viewer vs PPsmart

The clearest difference is review sentiment: PPsmart at 100% against IP Camera Viewer's 39%. PPsmart also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.1) and in-app purchases (none vs 14). IP Camera Viewer's advantage is ratings volume (1.2K vs 1) and device support (6 vs 2). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. IP Camera Viewer sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. PPsmart asks for nothing beyond the download.

PPsmart holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: IP Camera Viewer has 1.2K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 39% of IP Camera Viewer's written reviews are positive against 100% of PPsmart's.

## The numbers

| Metric | IP Camera Viewer | PPsmart |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ip-camera-viewer-ipcams/id1045600272/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ppsmart/id6474231116/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.2K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 39.1% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 308 MB | 190 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Nogosoft LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1037724490) | [PPNEST INTELLIGENT TECHNOLOGY INC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1721105312) |

## What reviewers say

### IP Camera Viewer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ip-camera-viewer-ipcams/id1045600272)

Transform your ONVIF, RTSP, or WiFi IP cameras into a robust home security system. This app provides a smooth and fast experience for viewing and controlling network cameras across multiple Apple devices. Enjoy secure, local access without mandatory cloud services or vendor restrictions.

**Highlights:** ONVIF, RTSP, MJPEG camera support, Network camera discovery, Two-way audio communication, Multi-camera monitoring dashboards, Pan, tilt, and zoom control, Motion detection and recording, Secure local and remote access

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Pro Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Pro Plus Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Pro Plus Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Pro Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Pro Yearly | $34.99 | per year |
| Pro Plus Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Pro Plus Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Pro Plus Yearly | $74.99 | per year |
| Pro Lifetime | $149.99 | one-time |
| Pro Lifetime - Family Upgrade | $149.99 | one-time |
| Pro Plus Lifetime - Upgrade | $149.99 | one-time |
| Pro Lifetime - Family | $299.99 | one-time |
| Pro Plus Lifetime | $299.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy setup
- 🚀 Intuitive interface
- 🚀 Fast camera loading
- 🚀 Simultaneous multi-camera viewing
- 🚀 Reliable performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections and freezes
- 🐛 Buggy updates causing data loss
- 🔒 Concerns over data collection and privacy
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 💰 Lack of one-time purchase option

**Reported bugs**

- Cameras disappearing after updates
- Inability to add/edit cameras
- Unresponsive PTZ controls
- Connectivity issues when away from home network

**Requested features**

- Motion detection and alerts
- Remote access and monitoring
- PTZ camera controls
- Ability to view camera storage/recordings
- Customizable camera layouts


### PPsmart

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ppsmart/id6474231116)

This app enhances your experience with wireless IP cameras and other smart home devices. It allows remote monitoring, device sharing with family, and secure cloud video storage, ensuring your home is protected and your life is smarter.

**Highlights:** Connect PPSmart IP cameras, Remote camera access worldwide, Remote monitoring, Device sharing with family, Cloud video storage

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is IP Camera Viewer free?

IP Camera Viewer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is PPsmart free?

PPsmart is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, IP Camera Viewer or PPsmart?

PPsmart is rated higher. IP Camera Viewer averages 4.1 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while PPsmart averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do IP Camera Viewer or PPsmart have ads?

Neither IP Camera Viewer nor PPsmart shows ads.

---

*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*